The Senior Software Developer will design, develop, and maintain software for U.S. Navy systems, ensuring quality and collaboration with stakeholders. Responsibilities include coding, debugging, and testing software while staying current with industry trends.
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. Accuracy, integrity, subject matter expertise, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate. This position is at Maritime Plaza II in Washington, DC. This hybrid position has mandatory in office collaboration days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and a third day each week as discussed with your manager.
As a member of the Software Solutions Team, you will be working to develop and maintain software that meets the needs of our clients. You will also ensure the quality and reliability of our software products through rigorous testing. This multifaceted role demands a deep understanding of software development, troubleshooting skills, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail.
This role will collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements then design and develop software solutions that meet business needs and project specifications. This role is responsible for clean written code that is efficient and well-documented; thorough testing of the developed software to ensure reliability, stability, and security; and collaboration with other team members through code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to best practices. This position will also troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and issues.
As a senior software developer, it is expected you will stay up to date with industry trends and incorporate new tools and technologies to improve the development process. And, that you will contribute to the overall success of the development team by actively participating in meetings, providing input, and sharing knowledge.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. Accuracy, integrity, subject matter expertise, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate. This position is at Maritime Plaza II in Washington, DC. This hybrid position has mandatory in office collaboration days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and a third day each week as discussed with your manager.
As a member of the Software Solutions Team, you will be working to develop and maintain software that meets the needs of our clients. You will also ensure the quality and reliability of our software products through rigorous testing. This multifaceted role demands a deep understanding of software development, troubleshooting skills, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail.
This role will collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements then design and develop software solutions that meet business needs and project specifications. This role is responsible for clean written code that is efficient and well-documented; thorough testing of the developed software to ensure reliability, stability, and security; and collaboration with other team members through code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to best practices. This position will also troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and issues.
As a senior software developer, it is expected you will stay up to date with industry trends and incorporate new tools and technologies to improve the development process. And, that you will contribute to the overall success of the development team by actively participating in meetings, providing input, and sharing knowledge.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Working at Maritime Plaza II (Tuesday, Wednesday, and one other day)
- An active DoD Secret Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's Degree and six years' work experience, or equivalent position related work experience
- Ability to meet the requirements for an IAT II certification as specified in the DoD 8570
- Or, have a SECNAV 5239 qualifying degree AND the ability to meet the requirements for an IAT II as specified in the DoD 8570 within 6 months of start date
- Hands-on experience programming in Java, C#, ASP.NET, SQL, with a strong understanding of OOP principles
- Experience working with SOAP and RESTful Web Services
- Proficient with Apache Struts and Hibernate frameworks
- Experience working with Apache Tomcat application Server and IIS Web Server
- Experience working with jQuery, Bootstrap, and JavaScript
- Familiarity with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases
- Experience working with version control systems like SVN, GIT
- Familiarity with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides and Security Requirements of DoD IT Systems
- Familiarity with Eclipse and Visual Studio IDE
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to interact with and effectively present information to peers, management, and customers
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with partners and government officials
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree and 6 years' work experience
- Experience working with JIRA and Confluence
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Good writing skills to document procedures, create reports, and reply to correspondence
- Excellent interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with colleagues, auditors, customers, and vendors
- Experience working in a hybrid military-civilian military environment
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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